Streiks bei privaten Bus-Unternehmen in Hessen ab Freitag geplant

Private Bus companies in Hessen are facing a strike due to failed tariff negotiations and employee dissatisfaction. The 3-day strike has been announced for May 17, 21, and 22, and it is expected to affect several cities in Hessen. The union has demanded an 8.5% salary increase and 3,000 Euro inflation compensation for 6,000 employees, but the employer association has rejected these demands. Additionally, a previous warning strike took place on April 24, and a new negotiation date is set for May 24. The strike is expected to disrupt public transportation in several cities and ongoing negotiations indicate a prolonged labor dispute between the private bus companies and the union.